BCPO: Quick Release: Murder/Suicide Investigation In Carlstadt

Press release from the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office:

Maureen Parenta

Apr 3

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information:

The Carlstadt Police Department and the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit are investigating a murder-suicide that occurred at 601 6th Street, Carlstadt, NJ on Saturday, April 3, 2021. The female victim was found dead inside the residence after police entered the home around 8:00 p.m. following an hours-long standoff with the suspect, who was found dead of a single, self-inflicted gunshot wound. At this time, no other individuals are believed to be involved.   

An investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Carlstadt Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Berta. No other information is available at this time.

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